As one of Dubai’s first freehold developments, with first stage construction taking place as far back as 1999, one might think that Dubai Marina would perhaps have become outdated, or at least have lost some of the aura that initially surrounded it when it was announced to the world. Well, you would have thought wrong! In fact the opposite is true. Dubai Marina has continued to go from strength to strength, with more and more developers wanting to get involved in the development, and it today finds itself as one Dubai’s premium areas to own a home. It is certainly one of the most expensive places own an apartment in Dubai, but with so many buildings featured here, there is something on offer for almost all budgets. Just one of the many advantages of a development featuring property from wide range of developers!

The Marina came about as a project from renowned Dubai developer Emaar, who were the master developer and responsible for the basic construction and infrastructure of the project. The results saw 2 miles of Dubai coastline transformed into one of the worlds largest waterfront projects. Emaar has built some of its own towers at the Dubai Marina, but the bulk of the property here comes from a number of other developers, such as ETA Star, Vakson,Tameer and Damac.

The Marina covers just under 5 million square meters of space on Dubai’s coastline, offering impressive views out into the Arabian Gulf. If it’s a sea view you want, then a large amount of the property here will more than meet your requirements! Very few homes can offer such a spectacular setting, overlooking the sea, boats and yachts that are moored here. Prices may be on the high side for the majority of property based here, but overall they have still not reached the levels seen at projects like Down Town Burj Dubai for example, and that cant boast the sea views that the Marina can(although those on a high floor in the Burj Dubai might like to argue differently!).

Just off Sheikh Zayed Road, the Marina provides easy access to central Dubai and to the surrounding commercial districts such as the Dubai Media and Internet Cities, as well as the Jebel Ali freezone. And there is also the Mall of Emirates and over a dozen 5 star hotels all within short distance, meaning the Dubai Marina is ideally situated for both work and play! As freehold residential property goes, you would be well pressed to find a better place to call home.

 
Dubai is one of the worlds up and coming tourist destinations, and now that expatriates can own property in the Emirate, it is also a popular place to live.  Dubai has managed to grow into a cosmopolitan city in such a short space of time, and the future hold no bounds for what interesting, innovative and possibly crazy projects will appear in Dubai over the next few years.  The Dubai government have encouraged the increases in infrastructure and freehold properties heavily during the last half decade, and the Emirate is such a great place to live because it is always changing.

Living in Dubai offers residents a lifestyle that is superior to most countries, with luxury hotels, shopping malls, cafes and restaurants in every location possible.  Residents are also spoilt by having the beautiful coastline on one side of Dubai, the busy city life in the middle, and the peaceful desert on the other side.  Everything you could ever want is here, and to top off everything, the sun is shining almost every day.  With freehold property projects on the rise every day, more and more people are investing in a home in Dubai, and with developments to suit every budget, that dream is becoming a reality for more and more people.

One major issue with life in Dubai that residents will certainly agree on is the traffic.  There always seems to be busy traffic at rush hour, despite the fact that the road systems are excellent.  For this reason, residents will either locate right in the middle of the city to avoid delays, or outside the city to keep life at home more peaceful.  Fortunately, there are freehold properties to suit both tastes, with large and small family villas at Emirates Living Community on the outskirts of the city, or the soon to be completed Dubai Sport City, Downtown Dubai and Business Bay developments, which offer Dubai property buyers some fantastic freehold apartment’s right in the middle of Dubai, in what will soon be the financial district. 

All Dubai freehold properties come with much more than your average property back home.  Properties have excellent surrounding amenities like shops, cafes, restaurants, schools and hotels, as well as superior facilities within the development, where swimming pools and gymnasiums are standard.  Owning a Dubai property is a great opportunity for residents that want to stay here permanently, and property investors that are looking for a holiday property in a top tourist destination.

Although Dubai is the most widely recognised Emirate in the UAE, the capital, Abu Dhabi, is a popular place for residents and visitors.  The city of Abu Dhabi is only an hour away from Dubai, so it is a convenient place to live for many commuters, given the higher costs of living in Dubai.  Abu Dhabi is a cosmopolitan city, and it currently growing at a massive rate following on from Dubai’s lead, meaning there is also a movement towards freehold property for expatriates.

The major developer in Abu Dhabi is Al Dar Developers, responsible for aiming to bring the same success from Dubai’s property boom to the capital, and with so many exciting projects on the way; the freehold market will be fully established over the next several years.  Some of the properties that are being released include Al Raha Beach Development, Dolphin Towers, Al Reem Island, Najmay Abu Dhabi, Shams Abu Dhabi, Oceanscape, Lulu Island, Al Gurm Resort, Saadiyat Island, Al Raha Gardens, Al Mamoura and Golf Gardens.

Not all the upcoming Abu Dhabi property will be available to expatriates, as the nationals of the Emirates are being widely encouraged to buy them as well.  This is a good option as it prevents the community from being separated, and many nationals are actually choosing the option to purchase on freehold developments.  Although the projects underway in Abu Dhabi are less popular than the properties in Dubai, the freehold market is much newer, and the Abu Dhabi government have been a lot slower to push for more freehold property development.  With more and more demand for property that is affordable, Abu Dhabi is going to continue to grow.

For serious Dubai property investors, propertyportal.ae should be your first stop on the way to owning quality freehold property.  We offer a comprehensive range of services for property buyers, property sellers, landlords and potential property renters.  Our specialist property agents are trained to assist you by giving you the best advice, helping you find the right property, or right buyers, and all at your convenience.  We also provide an online travel service, allowing you to book your flight to the United Arab Emirates if you are an overseas property investor.  Everything you need to own your dream home or on Dubai real estate can be found at propertyportal.ae, your one stop shop for property.

For property buyers, our website features a handy search box, allowing you to search our extensive listings according to the type of property you are looking for, the development you want to buy within, and your budget.  We have properties to suit a whole range of budgets, and we aim to find you a property at the most competitive prices on the market.  With so many listings direct from land lords and property owners, we can arrange property viewings at your convenience to make your property purchase much, much easier.  As we have special advisers for residential and commercial property, we can offer advice on property laws, mortgages and other legal matters.  As our client, you are our utmost concern.

If you are selling a property, we also have a large amount of property buyers waiting for new available properties.  The key to selling your Dubai property is get your property listed with a reputable agent, and selling with propertyportal.ae means your property will be published on our website, even under hot properties.  Your property will be seen by thousands of people each day, and as a result, your property will be sold a lot faster, and at the best price, we can get for you.

With so much demand for rental property, many Dubai residents struggle to find the perfect place to live.  We have listings for rental property direct from landlords, meaning you can save money, and find the right home in Dubai, even if you don’t own it.  We have a wealth of information on our website that can help you to navigate the Dubai property market.

 
Thanks to an increase in economic growth throughout the United Arab Emirates, and the continuing freehold property boom, Dubai is facing an increase in the costs of living.  With all this being said, Dubai is still a competitively priced place to live, and the biggest real drain on resident incomes is accommodation.  While shopping and other general living costs are lower than you would expect to find in most of Europe, the property boom and the excess demand for property has resulted in prices accelerating at an alarming rate.

The high prices of property in Dubai have encouraged more and more residents to buy property, instead of paying the earth in rental costs without actually acquiring ownership.  With so many freehold property projects now on the market, there are properties to suit everyone, and they vary in space, location and standard of luxury.  Obviously, the most luxurious properties are the most expensive, but many property buyers will find that there are still a fair few property developments that are worth your interest.

For property buyers that want to find a property that is value for money, buying a freehold apartment is the best option.  As there is a shortage of villas available on the Dubai property market that are finished, house prices are particularly expensive and only available on the most expensive property developments at this point in time.  While more and more affordable villas are being released for sale, such as in Jumeirah Village and Jumeirah Park, these will not be finished for a while.  For apartments, there is a huge choice of apartments depending on your budget, and one of the most popular developments to buy within if the costs of living are hurting you is International City.  With a good location, affordability and good quality, this is a property that appeals to the average Dubai resident.  There are also good buys at The Greens and some of the future developments on the way, but only time will tell if the cost of living will change significantly as more and more property developments are completed.

For more information on freehold properties or the cost of living Dubai, visit propertyportal.ae for an extensive list of properties for sale at competitive prices, or contact our property agents who are waiting to deal with your enquiries.

Commercial space is highly in demand in Dubai right now, and there are a number of exciting projects currently under construction that will strengthen Dubai’s position as a top financial centre. With the heart of the city under massive development to offer excellent infrastructure and location to the best multinationals and local firms, there are several freehold projects due for completion across the next few years to cater to the high levels of investment into the Emirate. Here is just a short list of some developments that are underway, as well as some of their featured projects.

Business Bay – Perhaps one of the most ambitious engineering projects at the moment, this freehold development aims to establish Dubai as a leading Business Hub by offering superior commercial and residential space adjacent to the Dubai Creek and Sheikh Zayed Road. Projects here include Bayswater, The Executive Towers, One Business Bay, Lotus Tower, Lighthouse Tower, XL Tower, Burj Al Najoom and Churchill Tower.

Downtown Dubai- This iconic project from flagship developer Emaar is equally as ambitious as Business Bay, by offering a mixture of residential sub-developments mixed with retail and commercial space, all surrounding a manmade lake and the world’s tallest building, the Burj Dubai Tower. This luxury location comes at a premium, but all the finest businesses want to relocate here. Projects include Dubai Boulevard, Al Saaha Offices, Burj Dubai Tower, The Pad, Burj Dubai Square and much more.

Jumeirah Lake Towers – This project is a similar concept to Business Bay, however, it is located just outside the city centre adjacent to Sheikh Zayed Road and features 87 towers surround 4 manmade lakes. The list of towers here include Lake Plaza, Al Seef, Al Shera, Al Waleed Paradise, Armada, Concorde Tower, Dubai Arch, Dubai Gate, Falcon Tower, Flamingo, Fortune Executive, Fortune Tower, Global Lake, Goldcrest Views, Green Lakes Towers, HDS Tower, Indigo, Laguna Tower, Lake City, Lake Shore Tower, Lake Terrace, Lake View, Madina Tower, Manchester Tower, Ocean Heights, Palladium, Saba Tower, Tamweel Tower, The Icon, V, Vista de Lago, Vue du Lac and Wind Tower.

Dubai International Financial Centre – This development is already up and running, being home to the Dubai stock market and many of the leading firms in the Emirate. With the Gate at the centre, the project is being extended to include much more commercial space alongside neighbouring Business Bay.

For more information on Dubai commercial property, visit propertyportal.ae or contact our property agents who will be happy to answer your enquiries.

High levels of economic growth, combined with a booming property sector have increased the need for a better business district.  The Business Bay development from Dubai Holding Company is set to establish Dubai as the most important business hub in the Middle East by offering superior commercial property, combined with residential and retail property.  The development is currently under construction in the middle of the city, next to the prestigious Downtown Dubai and the Dubai International Financial Centre.

The development is designed to be comparable to other business landmarks around the world such as Canary Wharf in London and Manhattan Island in New York.  Consisting of over 200 unique high-rise and low-rise towers, Business Bay will soon be home to some of the World’s leading multinational companies and upcoming local businesses.  Although the entire development is controlled by Dubai Holding, the majority of the land within the freehold Business Bay development has been sold to other independent developers, with each one offering a different concept for working and living, giving Dubai property investors the best possible choice.

There will be a good choice of residential property at Business Bay, with studio, one, two and three bedroom apartments available.  All properties come with the finest facilities including swimming pools and gymnasiums, but there will also be health centres for residents and visitors once the development is complete.  Commercial space is available from small square footage areas all the way up to entire floors for sale.  Prices of commercial space in Dubai are amongst the highest in the world, though, so expect high costs.

The selection of sub-developments that are due within Business Bay include Bayswater, The Executive Towers, One Business Bay, Lotus Tower, Lighthouse Tower, XL Tower, Burj Al Najoom, Churchill Tower and much, much more.  With such a diverse range of property developers, this highly anticipated project will feature everything anyone would want all in one place.  Business Bay is the perfect development to live, work and relax within, right in the heart of Dubai.
For more information on buying property within the Business Bay development, contact our property agents who are waiting to deal with your enquiries, or visit propertyportal.ae to see our large selection of Business Bay properties for sale.

When buying, selling and renting property in Dubai, it is important to find the right property agent to get you the best possible deal.  There are many reputable property agents in Dubai, but there are also many poor property agents so anyone looking to deal in Dubai property should make sure they find the right property brokers and property agents. Most are very knowlegable on all the Dubai “hot spots” such as Dubai Sports City, Business Bay, Palm Island etc.
Property agents are vital when buying, selling or renting property in Dubai, as they have the right contacts to get their clients the best deal.  If you are selling a property, your property agent, who is part of a real estate brokerage firm, will have a number of clients that are looking to buy properties, and should be able to get you plenty of viewings for your property.  If you are looking to buy a property, the agent will also have many clients on their books that are selling property, and they can easily find you the right property in the shortest amount of time.  There is, however, the issue of the property agent trying to get the best deal for you and for the seller of the property, so this sometimes means a compromise by your property agent.  If you are looking to rent a property, the largest Dubai property brokers have many properties that are available to rent, but it is especially important to look around, as rental prices are extremely high at the moment, which is the main reason for increased demand in owning property as an alternative.

Property agents tend to be very specialised, and this is important depending on the type of property you are interested in.  Some property agents specialise entirely in residential property, while others will have superior knowledge in commercial property and industrial property.  There are many laws and legal issues involved when buying, selling and even renting property in Dubai, so make sure your chosen property agent is able to give you the best advice concerning Dubai property laws, the best properties to buy, financing and the contractual process.

At Dubai propertyportal.ae, we have specialist property agents that have extensive knowledge on freehold commercial and residential property, as well as rental properties in Dubai.  We have an extensive list of properties that are available to buy from all of Dubai’s leading freehold property developments, as well as having buyers ready and waiting for your Dubai freehold property.  Contact our property agents for more information on buying, selling and renting property in Dubai, and we will be happy to deal with your enquiries.

We have a pre launch offer available of full floors in a brand new development in Business Bay Dubai. The developer has previously sold out the last commercial tower and is now launching this fantastic new project right in the heart of the new Dubai free zone business hub which has caught the eyes of many investors since the launch of Dubai Business Bay. The details are as follows and we welcome investors or agents to contact us for more information and to make reservations on a first come first served basis:

Completion May 2010

AED 3,200 Sq Ft.

G + 19

All Commercial Floors

15,500 Sq Ft. Per Floor

 
The Dubai property market is expanding to offer property investors new and exciting projects and this has brought a larger number of developers onto the market.  The increase in competition has put pressure on early developers Emaar and Nakheel to continue pursuing new and innovative freehold property developments to meet the high levels of demand on the booming Dubai property market.

The field of property investors has changed considerably over the past few years, with Emaar, Nakheel, Damac, Dubai Holding, Schon properties, Union properties and many more occupying the market.  Emaar has added to its initial projects of Emirates Hills, The Meadows, The Springs, The Lakes and The Greens by adding new projects to the Dubai Marina development, and the construction of Downtown Dubai, the developer’s biggest project to date.  This project features a variety of high-rise and low-rise freehold property all surrounding a manmade lake and the world’s tallest tower, the Burj Dubai Tower.

Nakheel is currently completing the Palm Jumeirah, and construction work continues on The World Islands and the Palm Jebel Ali.  The completion of International City, Jumeirah Islands and Jumeirah Beach Residence mean that Nakheel has a full property portfolio.  Dubai Holding is perhaps a newer big player on the Dubai property market, with the development of Business Bay underway and the massive Dubailand development also started.  Damac has a number of projects that are part of Dubai’s most popular freehold sub-developments including Dubai Marina and Jumeirah Lake Towers.  Union properties is responsible for some of Dubai’s most affordable and popular freehold property, including Uptown Mirdiff and the Green Community.  Schon is yet another property developer that is making its mark by selective projects like Dubai Lagoon and Schon Business Park.

While these are the major developers on the Dubai property market right now, there will no doubt be new and ambitious developers to join as projects are completed and the size of this still-new market grows.  Many smaller property developers have chosen to focus on individual buildings within some of Dubai’s popular developments such as Dubailand, Business Bay and Dubai Marina.

We have also recently witnessed some of the same Dubai developers moving into Ajman property and developing some brand new projects there at very low market prices compared to Dubai. For more information on properties that are available in Dubai or Ajman, our property agents will be happy to deal with your enquiries.